How do I determine which wheel bearing/hub needs to be replaced on my 2001 Honda Accord?. The noise seems to be coming from rear of vehicle, but goes away when turning left. Sound only dependant on speed, not RPM.

Submitted by sunderml Thu 06/10/2010

Submitted by 773mtech on Thu, 06/10/2010 - 11:57.

If its coming from the rear try raising the car up and checking for play (side to side or up and down movement) usually a bad bearing also has play

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